Ramos, Keziah Caitlin T.

Legal Aspects in Tourism and Hospitality

BSTM321 Ms. Emily Grace Sanchez

Instructions:
Read and analyze the following cases and respond with text or attachment.

Case #1: Mr. Fernando Jose wishes to put-up an Php85-million sports complex within the
vicinity of the Intramuros area. What advice will you give?

Building a sports complex at Intramuros, in my opinion, is a bad idea. We are all aware
that Intramuros is significant in our country's history, and as such, we must respect this historic
site. Intramuros, in my opinion, is not the best location for Mr. Jose's sports facility. We are all
aware that Intramuros is one of our most enduring tourist destinations, and we must protect and
improve its historical significance. If Mr. Jose is serious about constructing a sports facility near
Intramuros, he should work with and consult with the Intramuros Administration, a government
institution affiliated with Intramuros (IA).

Case #2: On July 25, 2019, Mayor Isko Moreno ordered the cancellation of all business permits
of stores in Manila selling alcoholic drinks within the 200-meter range of schools and
universities. Moreno said that the order would also affect convenience stores that sell liquor.
Executive Order No. 17 mandates the Bureau of Permits and License Office (BPLO), City
Treasurer’s Office, and business establishments to strictly observe Ordinance No. 3532 that
prohibits the sale of intoxicating liquor within 200 meters of schools, and Ordinance No. 8520
that prohibits the sale of any alcoholic beverage to minors. Moreno, however, noted that
establishments are still free to continue business as long as they would not sell alcoholic drinks
to students. The executive order took effect immediately.
On August 1, 2019, a week after the Executive Order has been issued, Moreno ordered the
closure of at least seven (7) bars in Sherwood, Taft, for violation of city ordinances. He said
business owners must mend their violations before they can operate again. Is this valid in
relation to the power to regulate devolved by the Department of Tourism to local government
units?

Mayor Isko Moreno's move, in my opinion, was legal. He has already ordered and
publicized the suspension of selling alcoholic beverages, and the listed pubs should be notified
of this notification. We cannot force bars to close their doors, but they should be aware of their
options. Mayor Isko Moreno, in my opinion, should impose limits during class hours and, of
course, ban minors or students from purchasing alcoholic beverages.